My native language is Portuguese. I had studied British English for many years in Brazil. When I came to the United States in 2015 I was shocked! I didn't understand anything what native speakers said, I was not able to talk to them and it was really tough. Thus, I decided to study hardly and imposed a rigorous study routine upon me! It was worth it. Today, almost one year later, I can say I improved a lot. Unfortunately, I am going back to Brazil in June but I don't want to forget everything I have been learning. That was the reason I signed up Italki.